Runners' Finish Line: Triathlonstag:blog.mlive.com,2014:/flintjournal/runners/15732011-03-21T04:28:41ZInsider's Look into Flint-Area RunningMovable Type Enterprise 4.29-advanceGabrielle Anzalone of Grand Blanc wins IronGAC Triathlontag:blog.mlive.com,2011:/flintjournal/runners//1573.59566812011-03-21T04:28:41Z2011-03-21T13:46:51ZAnzalone scored 233.125 points to beat male winner Carson Truesell of Grand Blanc by 2.125 points.Bill Khanhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/bkhan/index.html
Anzalone scored 233.125 points to beat male winner Carson Truesell of Grand Blanc by 2.125 points.
Michael A. Suski, Stacie Scherman post wins at Genesys Athletic Club's indoor triathlontag:blog.mlive.com,2009:/flintjournal/runners//1573.23802882009-03-15T00:00:37Z2009-03-15T00:35:30ZGRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Michigan -- Michael A. Suski, 47, scored 229.25 points to win the seventh annual IronGAC Indoor Triathlon at Genesys Athletic Club. Stacie Scherman, 22, won the women's division, netting 207.25 points....Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
GRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Michigan -- Michael A. Suski, 47, scored 229.25 points to win the seventh annual IronGAC Indoor Triathlon at Genesys Athletic Club. Stacie Scherman, 22, won the women's division, netting 207.25 points....
Weekly Jog: Not too late for a Crim tune-up with races in Flint, Montrose, Lapeer and Davison; A perfect day in Hell?; When not to 'tri;' and more ...tag:blog.mlive.com,2008:/flintjournal/runners//1573.12879352008-08-14T16:00:00Z2008-08-20T21:06:44ZChristofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.htmlWeekly Jog: Two races -- Kayla O'Mara and the Mt. Morris Poker Challenge -- on tap for Saturday; highlights from last week's Clio 5K; 'Tri'-ing to prepare for the Crim; and more ...tag:blog.mlive.com,2008:/flintjournal/runners//1573.12353302008-07-31T16:00:00Z2008-08-02T19:47:48ZHARTLAND TWP., Michigan -- Saturday forces area runners to make a tough choice between two popular races. The Kayla O'Mara Memorial Run -- which has had strong turnouts in its first two years -- features a 10K for the first time, in addition to its 5K run/walk. The 8 a.m. start is at Goodrich High School. The event raises money for a scholarship fund as a memorial to O'Mara, a standout runner from Goodrich who died in an auto accident in 2006. The Mt. Morris Poker Challenge 12K run, 5K run/walk returns after a one-year hiatus. The event was canceled last year because the city couldn't afford the overtime for police. Many longtime runners are happy to see it return to the calendar because the 12K distance is a step up from recent 10Ks as a tuneup for the Crim -- which is now only three weeks away. Click here for entry. It's too bad the races are on the same day and I hope the area can continue to support both. But it might be a better idea for organizers from each race to communicate and consider an alternate date for one....Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
HARTLAND TWP., Michigan -- Saturday forces area runners to make a tough choice between two popular races. The Kayla O'Mara Memorial Run -- which has had strong turnouts in its first two years -- features a 10K for the first time, in addition to its 5K run/walk. The 8 a.m. start is at Goodrich High School. The event raises money for a scholarship fund as a memorial to O'Mara, a standout runner from Goodrich who died in an auto accident in 2006. The Mt. Morris Poker Challenge 12K run, 5K run/walk returns after a one-year hiatus. The event was canceled last year because the city couldn't afford the overtime for police. Many longtime runners are happy to see it return to the calendar because the 12K distance is a step up from recent 10Ks as a tuneup for the Crim -- which is now only three weeks away. Click here for entry. It's too bad the races are on the same day and I hope the area can continue to support both. But it might be a better idea for organizers from each race to communicate and consider an alternate date for one....
Weekly Jog: Clio 5K today; Linden 5K Sunday; Run under hot air balloons in Howell on Sunday; Group to climb Stink Hill; Dog vs. bicycle; and more ...tag:blog.mlive.com,2008:/flintjournal/runners//1573.11192052008-06-26T16:00:00Z2008-06-26T16:42:40ZFLINT, Michigan -- 6:15 p.m. today in Clio is yet another popular summertime 5K (Gleaner's Glen Arbor Clio Firecracker 5K run/walk (Entry form). Like last week's YMCA Retread and the Flushing Evening Road Race earlier this month, these consistent mid-week races really show how this area is unique when it comes to running. Not only do these races offer quality competition on a variety of courses, they help foster a community of runners and walkers where a person soon comes to recognize many familiar and friendly faces. Just get out there a few times, and you'll see what I'm saying. BTW, the Clio run -- which raises money for the city's July Fourth fireworks show -- is at Carter Middle School....Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
FLINT, Michigan -- 6:15 p.m. today in Clio is yet another popular summertime 5K (Gleaner's Glen Arbor Clio Firecracker 5K run/walk (Entry form). Like last week's YMCA Retread and the Flushing Evening Road Race earlier this month, these consistent mid-week races really show how this area is unique when it comes to running. Not only do these races offer quality competition on a variety of courses, they help foster a community of runners and walkers where a person soon comes to recognize many familiar and friendly faces. Just get out there a few times, and you'll see what I'm saying. BTW, the Clio run -- which raises money for the city's July Fourth fireworks show -- is at Carter Middle School....
Results from Iron GAC indoor triathlon in Grand Blanc Townshiptag:blog.mlive.com,2008:/flintjournal/runners//1573.8049712008-03-16T00:03:37Z2008-03-16T00:59:07ZGRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Michigan -- Christofer Machniak, 33, of Hartland Township won the 6th annual Iron GAC indoor triathlon Saturday at Genesys Athletic Club, according to final results. He finished first with 249.5 points, closely followed by 51-year-old Jim Pougnet who had 248.5, results showed. Erin O'Mara was the first woman with 233.5 points. Team Wittbrodt won the relay event with 236.875 points....Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
GRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Michigan -- Christofer Machniak, 33, of Hartland Township won the 6th annual Iron GAC indoor triathlon Saturday at Genesys Athletic Club, according to final results. He finished first with 249.5 points, closely followed by 51-year-old Jim Pougnet who had 248.5, results showed. Erin O'Mara was the first woman with 233.5 points. Team Wittbrodt won the relay event with 236.875 points....
Weekend races in Flint, Grand Blanc Township, Detroit and Bay City; marathon news about the Summer Olympics; and more ...tag:blog.mlive.com,2008:/flintjournal/runners//1573.7977322008-03-13T16:00:00Z2008-03-26T23:37:31ZHARTLAND TOWNSHIP, Michigan -- Feelin' lucky? This weekend there are three St. Patrick's Day races that many area runners trek to both near and far....Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
HARTLAND TOWNSHIP, Michigan -- Feelin' lucky? This weekend there are three St. Patrick's Day races that many area runners trek to both near and far....
Cross-train your way to marathons or triathlonstag:blog.mlive.com,2007:/flintjournal/runners//1573.5820642007-12-27T17:00:00Z2007-12-27T17:14:29ZThe Flint Journal • Bruce EdwardsHere's me in 2004 during an indoor triathlon at Genesys Athletic Club. My hairstyle was the result of the 20-minute swim I did earlier that day. Worried about the ice and windchill, but tired of the treadmill? You might try to shake up your routine with some cross-training. I liked cross-training so much, swimming and biking especially, I started to do triathlons, culminating with completing the grand-daddy of them all: an ironman in 2004. But you don't need to train for an Ironman -- which is a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run -- to enjoy the benefits. And while I've backed off doing triathlons mostly because of the time commitment, I still routinely do bike and swim workouts. They help maintain fitness while allowing muscles associated with running to rest. These workouts, which sometimes includes pilates and weights, have allowed me to prepare for marathons on far fewer miles than typically recommended. They help me avoid over-use injuries and prevent running burn out. So, in the case of the winter blahs, try diving in the pool or peddling in a spin class. But if you want to know what it's like...Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
The Flint Journal • Bruce EdwardsHere's me in 2004 during an indoor triathlon at Genesys Athletic Club. My hairstyle was the result of the 20-minute swim I did earlier that day. Worried about the ice and windchill, but tired of the treadmill? You might try to shake up your routine with some cross-training. I liked cross-training so much, swimming and biking especially, I started to do triathlons, culminating with completing the grand-daddy of them all: an ironman in 2004. But you don't need to train for an Ironman -- which is a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run -- to enjoy the benefits. And while I've backed off doing triathlons mostly because of the time commitment, I still routinely do bike and swim workouts. They help maintain fitness while allowing muscles associated with running to rest. These workouts, which sometimes includes pilates and weights, have allowed me to prepare for marathons on far fewer miles than typically recommended. They help me avoid over-use injuries and prevent running burn out. So, in the case of the winter blahs, try diving in the pool or peddling in a spin class. But if you want to know what it's like...
Ironman grueling and rewardingtag:blog.mlive.com,2004:/flintjournal/runners//1573.5820172004-09-17T17:42:42Z2007-12-27T10:41:13ZHere I am finishing Ironman Wisconsin slightly more than 12 hours after I started. Also note, I'm about 12 pounds lighter. Editor's note: (This was the final column in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak about training for and attempting an ironman triathlon. It was originally published Sept. 17, 2004). MADISON, Wis. - Arms raised in the air and shouting "yeah" as many times and as loud as I could, I plunged across the finish line in total euphoria to a cheering crowd in the dimming light of the setting sun. In what took a little more than 12 hours, I had become an ironman. What a truly unforgettable moment. But while immensely satisfying to complete, I'm not sure I'd do this ever again. The endurance triathlon - a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and 26.2-mile run - left me dizzy, sore and completely exhausted....Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
Here I am finishing Ironman Wisconsin slightly more than 12 hours after I started. Also note, I'm about 12 pounds lighter. Editor's note: (This was the final column in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak about training for and attempting an ironman triathlon. It was originally published Sept. 17, 2004). MADISON, Wis. - Arms raised in the air and shouting "yeah" as many times and as loud as I could, I plunged across the finish line in total euphoria to a cheering crowd in the dimming light of the setting sun. In what took a little more than 12 hours, I had become an ironman. What a truly unforgettable moment. But while immensely satisfying to complete, I'm not sure I'd do this ever again. The endurance triathlon - a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and 26.2-mile run - left me dizzy, sore and completely exhausted....
After all my training, it's go timetag:blog.mlive.com,2004:/flintjournal/runners//1573.5819972004-09-12T17:38:17Z2007-12-26T19:19:33Z (Editor's note: This was the sixth in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an ironman triathlon. It was originally published Sept. 12, 2004). My well-worn training log tells the story - in about eight months, I swam more than 83 miles, biked for more than 136 hours and ran more than 1,440 miles. That averages a little less than 2.5 miles swimming, four hours a week on the bike and 42 miles of running a week. At one point this summer, I even ran on 45 consecutive days. Today in Wisconsin, I'll find out if all of that successfully prepared my body to finish an ironman - a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run....Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
(Editor's note: This was the sixth in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an ironman triathlon. It was originally published Sept. 12, 2004). My well-worn training log tells the story - in about eight months, I swam more than 83 miles, biked for more than 136 hours and ran more than 1,440 miles. That averages a little less than 2.5 miles swimming, four hours a week on the bike and 42 miles of running a week. At one point this summer, I even ran on 45 consecutive days. Today in Wisconsin, I'll find out if all of that successfully prepared my body to finish an ironman - a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run....
Reckless drivers, careless cyclists make for bad combination on roadstag:blog.mlive.com,2004:/flintjournal/runners//1573.5819862004-07-25T17:29:44Z2007-12-26T19:18:54ZThe Flint Journal • Bruce EdwardsHere's Journal reporter Christofer Machniak riding a stationary bike during an indoor triathlon in March 2004. But during his training he logged hundreds of miles on the roads. (Editor's note: This was the fifth in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an ironman triathlon. It was originally published July 25, 2004). Dear car and truck drivers, In training for an Ironman triathlon - a 2.4 mile-swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run - I've learned that most of you don't realize something: BICYCLES ARE ALLOWED ON THE ROAD. I write this to get your attention, and hopefully not fire a shot across your bow, especially since your speedy vehicles could easily make me roadkill. But as I've ridden across many of the paved roads of Genesee, Livingston, Washtenaw, and Shiawassee counties over the last few months, I've had several drivers honk their horns or yell something to the effect of "WHY ARE YOU HERE?"...Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
The Flint Journal • Bruce EdwardsHere's Journal reporter Christofer Machniak riding a stationary bike during an indoor triathlon in March 2004. But during his training he logged hundreds of miles on the roads. (Editor's note: This was the fifth in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an ironman triathlon. It was originally published July 25, 2004). Dear car and truck drivers, In training for an Ironman triathlon - a 2.4 mile-swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run - I've learned that most of you don't realize something: BICYCLES ARE ALLOWED ON THE ROAD. I write this to get your attention, and hopefully not fire a shot across your bow, especially since your speedy vehicles could easily make me roadkill. But as I've ridden across many of the paved roads of Genesee, Livingston, Washtenaw, and Shiawassee counties over the last few months, I've had several drivers honk their horns or yell something to the effect of "WHY ARE YOU HERE?"...
Two months to go and I'm a training machinetag:blog.mlive.com,2004:/flintjournal/runners//1573.5819672004-07-16T17:26:27Z2007-12-26T19:18:10Z (Editor's note: This was the fourth in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an ironman triathlon. It was originally published July 16, 2004). I usually know when I'm licked - it starts with a messy apartment, dirty dishes, late nights at work and lack of sleep. These are the signs of when my life gets out of balance, something that's creeping up on me as I have slowly increased my training for an ironman triathlon - a 2.4 mile-swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run. With less than two months before the race, here's my reality lately: I eat. I sleep. I work. I train, and then I train some more....Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
(Editor's note: This was the fourth in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an ironman triathlon. It was originally published July 16, 2004). I usually know when I'm licked - it starts with a messy apartment, dirty dishes, late nights at work and lack of sleep. These are the signs of when my life gets out of balance, something that's creeping up on me as I have slowly increased my training for an ironman triathlon - a 2.4 mile-swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run. With less than two months before the race, here's my reality lately: I eat. I sleep. I work. I train, and then I train some more....
Ironman sin was for right reasontag:blog.mlive.com,2004:/flintjournal/runners//1573.5819562004-05-23T17:20:51Z2008-03-27T00:27:33Z (Editor's note: This was the third in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an ironman triathlon. It was originally published May 23, 2004). A book I bought on how to train for an ironman triathlon advises against running a marathon the same year. It says the toll of running 26.2 miles conflicts with the consistent training philosophy behind preparing for an ironman, which is a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run. Of course, what do I do? Just a few weeks ago, I ran a marathon in scenic Vancouver, British Columbia. But I have a good reason, and maybe an idea of how you could train for your first marathon, triathlon or 100-mile bike ride while helping a good cause....Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
(Editor's note: This was the third in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an ironman triathlon. It was originally published May 23, 2004). A book I bought on how to train for an ironman triathlon advises against running a marathon the same year. It says the toll of running 26.2 miles conflicts with the consistent training philosophy behind preparing for an ironman, which is a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run. Of course, what do I do? Just a few weeks ago, I ran a marathon in scenic Vancouver, British Columbia. But I have a good reason, and maybe an idea of how you could train for your first marathon, triathlon or 100-mile bike ride while helping a good cause....
Food in variety, moderation is key for Ironman trainingtag:blog.mlive.com,2004:/flintjournal/runners//1573.5819192004-04-26T17:13:55Z2007-12-26T19:16:52Z (Editor's note: This was the second in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an Ironman triathlon. It was originally published on April 26, 2004). I once had a terrible diet -- but it tasted soooo good. When I was a kid, I dumped sugar into my Cheerios. My mom made the best cakes, chocolate chip cookies and desserts. At times, I would secretly raid the ready-made frosting, gobbling half the plastic tub up while watching TV. It gets worse. In college, I liked to consume Giant Slurpee's at 7-Eleven, Sprite by the two-liter, candy bars, McDonald's French fries, pizza, whole cans of Pringles and plenty of beer....Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
(Editor's note: This was the second in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an Ironman triathlon. It was originally published on April 26, 2004). I once had a terrible diet -- but it tasted soooo good. When I was a kid, I dumped sugar into my Cheerios. My mom made the best cakes, chocolate chip cookies and desserts. At times, I would secretly raid the ready-made frosting, gobbling half the plastic tub up while watching TV. It gets worse. In college, I liked to consume Giant Slurpee's at 7-Eleven, Sprite by the two-liter, candy bars, McDonald's French fries, pizza, whole cans of Pringles and plenty of beer....
Ironman a test of will and a race for survivaltag:blog.mlive.com,2004:/flintjournal/runners//1573.5818912004-03-21T17:55:40Z2007-12-26T19:16:04ZThe Flint Journal • Bruce EdwardsFlint Journal reporter Christofer Machniak was among 34 people who competed in March 2004 in an indoor triathlon at the Genesys Athletic Club in Grand Blanc Township. Participants ran, swam and biked 20 minutes each with a five-minute break in between events. Points were awarded based on distance. (Editor's note: This was the first in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an ironman triathlon. It was originally published March 21, 2004). THE ironman: a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike, and 26.2-mile run -- all in one day. If you thought you could, would you? Right now, that twinge in my right knee is telling me that maybe I should have said no. But had you asked me after running my fastest four-mile race ever last week or after the first time I was able to swim 3,000 yards in one day, you'd get the opposite answer....Christofer Machniak | MLive.comhttp://connect.mlive.com/user/cmachnia/index.html
The Flint Journal • Bruce EdwardsFlint Journal reporter Christofer Machniak was among 34 people who competed in March 2004 in an indoor triathlon at the Genesys Athletic Club in Grand Blanc Township. Participants ran, swam and biked 20 minutes each with a five-minute break in between events. Points were awarded based on distance. (Editor's note: This was the first in a series by Journal reporter Christofer Machniak as he trained for an ironman triathlon. It was originally published March 21, 2004). THE ironman: a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike, and 26.2-mile run -- all in one day. If you thought you could, would you? Right now, that twinge in my right knee is telling me that maybe I should have said no. But had you asked me after running my fastest four-mile race ever last week or after the first time I was able to swim 3,000 yards in one day, you'd get the opposite answer....